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Appendix of the epididymis

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Precursor
  
Wolffian duct

Latin
  
Appendix epididymidis

Appendix of the epididymis

The appendix of the epididymis (or pedunculated hydatid) is a small stalked appendage (sometimes duplicated) on the head of the epididymis. It is usually regarded as a detached efferent duct.

This structure is derived from the Wolffian duct (Mesonephric Duct) as opposed to the appendix testis which is derived from the Müllerian duct (Paramesonephric Duct) remnant.

References

Appendix of the epididymis Wikipedia